AI-driven attacks escalate as basic gaps leave enterprises exposed
Cybercriminals are exploiting basic security gaps at dramatically higher rates, now accelerated by AI tools that help attackers identify weaknesses faster than ever. According to IBM’s 2026 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index, there has been a 44% increase in attacks...
PCs, smartphones buckle under high memory costs
Soaring memory costs are projected to drive worldwide PC shipments to decline 10,4% and smartphone shipments to drop by 8,4% in 2026, compared to 2025 levels, according to Gartner. Gartner estimates a 130% surge in combined DRAM and solid-state drive (SSD) prices by...
IBM and AMD join forces to build quantum-centric supercomputer
IBM and AMD have announced plans to develop next-generation computing architectures based on the combination of quantum computers and high-performance computing, known as quantum-centric supercomputing. The companies are collaborating to develop scalable, open-source...
Future B2B buyers will prefer human interaction over AI
As AI continues to transform the landscape of B2B sales, organisations are navigating a delicate balance between leveraging cutting-edge technology and maintaining the authentic human connections that buyers increasingly value. While AI-driven solutions offer speed,...
SARS auto-assessments could land you with penalties
With over 5,8-million South Africans auto-assessed by SARS in July alone, tax experts are warning that many taxpayers may have unknowingly accepted incomplete or incorrect tax returns, potentially putting themselves at risk of penalties, refund reversals, or future...
Virtual card adoption by women surges almost 100%
FNB has released new insights into women’s spending patterns across its retail segment revealing significant year-on-year (YoY) growth and a marked shift toward digital and lifestyle-driven transactions. Women accounted for 44,6% of the total retail spend in 2024,...
Phishing in the Classroom
Check Point researchers have uncovered a large-scale active phishing campaign abusing Google Classroom, a platform trusted by millions of students and educators worldwide. Over the course of just one week, attackers launched five coordinated waves, distributing more...
Spear phishing campaign targets cloud admins
Mimecast has identified an ongoing credential harvesting campaign (designated MCTO3030) that specifically targets ScreenConnect cloud administrators. The sophisticated operation has maintained consistent tactics, techniques, and procedures since 2022, demonstrating...
Intel, LG Innotek collaborate on AI-powered smart factory
In the world of precision component manufacturing, being able to replicate the same part hundreds of thousands of times with perfect accuracy and zero defects has always been a moonshot goal. And, like many electronic component makers, LG Innotek - a South Korea-based...
Vertiv adds GenAI software with Waylay acquisition
Vertiv Holdings has acquired Waylay NV, a Belgium-based leader in hyperautomation and generative AI software platforms, as part of its continued investment in AI-driven monitoring and control technologies for its power and cooling systems. Vertiv expects this...
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Huawei announces 2023 H1 results
Huawei has announced its business results for the first half of 2023, with overall performance in line with forecasts. In 2023 H1, Huawei generated CNY310,9-billion in revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 3,1% and a net profit margin of 15%. The company's ICT...
Rhodes partners with eLearnAfrica to offer MBA
Rhodes Business School has partnered with eLearnAfrica to develop a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), to fulfil the school's goal of enabling its AMBA-accredited MBA to reach into Africa and beyond, like never before. Professor Owen Skae, director of Rhodes Business...
Inospace ventures into e-commerce logistics
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Vertiv reports strong Q2 results
Vertiv Holdings has reported second quarter net sales of $1,734billion, an increase of $335-million, or 24%, compared with last year's second quarter and a 25% organic net sales increase, which excludes the impact of foreign currency. Foreign currency negatively...
Fibre trenching: short-term pain for long term gain for South Africa
In a digital era where activities such as remote working, eCommerce and online education have come to the fore, connectivity has become just as important as other utilities such as electricity - and fibre is crucial in ensuring that people can have access to the...
Banks that ignore humans in digital transformation certain to fail
For hundreds of years banks have put financial excellence at the heart of their operations. But as traditional banks rush to compete with the nimbler fintechs and digital-only challenger banks, too many leaders are neglecting the human element of their digital...
Upskilling, training need strategy, not a tick box approach
There is a serious skills gap in South Africa regarding IT talent, which is only growing as technology evolves. A lack of skilled resources can be a significant obstacle in achieving organisational objectives, and without sufficient IT skills, South Africa will fall...
When it comes to AI, bigger is not better
AI is seemingly everywhere and becoming more pervasive. It didn't start with ChatGPT, but its arrival on the scene in November last year has ratcheted up the stakes. By Jan Wildeboer, EMEA open source evangelist at Red Hat In the technology world, we haven't seen...
Rising cyberthreats drive AI, cloud security adoption
With the cybersecurity landscape continually evolving, it is more important than ever for local businesses to keep pace with the changes. Dylan Cairns, marketing manager: partner acquisition in the UK and EMEA at Redstor The increasing prevalence of threats like...
ESG makes business sense for African fintechs
If you're reading this, there's a very good chance you're already familiar with the acronym ESG. By Funmi Dele-Giwa, general counsel and head of GRC at MFS Africa Standing for "environmental", "social", and "governance", it's a constantly evolving standard that...
Support Technician at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Gauteng Roodepoort
We're looking for a highly capable Services Technician to join our IT support team. In this role, you'll deliver 2nd Level Application and Technical Support to clients both onsite and remotely. You'll take ownership of end-user incidents and requests—resolving issues...
Business Process and Test Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment – Western Cape Cape Town
Are you passionate about bridging the gap between business needs and IT solutions? The Business Process and Test Analyst play a pivotal role in translating complex business processes into tested, reliable systems that drive operational excellence. Acting as the key...
Microsoft Developer at Niraah Solutions
MS SQL Server Developer Company: Niraah SolutionsLocation: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng (Hybrid)Type: Full-time / Contract | Level: Mid-SeniorDomain: Banking / Financial Services About the role We're hiring an on-prem MS SQL Server Developer to build high-quality...
Junior Systems Analyst at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Analyst with a minimum of 5 years of Tier 3 systems engineering experience to join our enterprise infrastructure team. This role is suited for a technically adept professional with deep expertise in Microsoft 365, AWS, and Azure...
Full Stack Java Developer
Our client is seeking a Full Stack Java Developer with strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) and Angular to join our growing development team. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design to implementation and deployment,...
Software Engineer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
We're looking for a dynamic Software Engineer who thrives on solving real business problems through technology. In this role, you'll design, build, and support critical software solutions that drive efficiency, performance, and innovation across the organisation....
Senior Fullstack Developer – Gauteng Sandown
Drive innovation at the cutting edge of tech, AI, and gaming - all from the comfort of your home. Is this you? You're a creative problem-solver, passionate about technology and excited by the potential of AI to transform digital experiences. You thrive in a...
Senior Data Engineer – Western Cape Cape Town
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Technical Leader – Gaming Platform Integrations
Technical Leader - Gaming Platform IntegrationsLead the integrations backbone powering next-gen gaming experiences.Gaming Platform Engineering | Johannesburg (Hybrid) | Negotiable salary About Our ClientOur client is a leading gaming technology company developing...
Senior Mobile Developer (Cocoa Touch & Android SDK) (Centurion)
ENVIRONMENT:DESIGN, develop & maintain high-quality mobile applications for iOS and Android platforms as the next Senior Mobile Developer sought by a provider of cutting-edge Digital Solutions based in Centurion. You will lead and mentor Junior Devs while ensuring...
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